Deforestation devastates habitats from "summary" of Adventures in the Anthropocene by Gaia Vince
Deforestation is a practice that has far-reaching consequences for the natural world. When trees are cut down on a large scale, entire ecosystems are disrupted and destroyed. Habitats that have been carefully balanced over thousands of years are suddenly thrown into disarray, with devastating effects on the plants and animals that call these places home. One of the most immediate impacts of deforestation is the loss of biodiversity. When forests are cleared, countless species of plants and animals lose their homes and sources of food. This can lead to a chain reaction, where the disappearance of one species can have cascading effects on others. In some cases, entire populations can be wiped out, leading to a loss of genetic diversity that can have long-term repercussions for the health of an ecosystem. In addition to the direct loss of habitat, ...
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